John Liang

John Liang is the News Editor at DeeperBlue.com. He first got the diving bug while in High School in Cairo, Egypt, where he earned his PADI Open Water Diver certification in the Red Sea off the Sinai Peninsula. Since then, John has dived in a volcanic lake in Guatemala, among white-tipped sharks off the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica, and other places including a pool in Las Vegas helping to break the world record for the largest underwater press conference.

Ocean Justice Forum Unveils New Policy Platform

The Ocean Justice Forum, a network of 18 grassroots and national nonprofit organizations from across the US, this week unveiled its new "Ocean Justice Platform."

Mermaid Linden Featured In New Children’s Book Series

The first of a series of children's books has been published by Chantelle Taylor-Newman, and featured professional mermaid -- and DeeperBlue Podcast contributor -- Linden Wolbert.

Master Liveaboards Unveils New ‘Master Saver Rate’

Master Liveaboards have released what they believe is an industry first with their "Master Saver Rate."

NOAA Extends Public Comments Deadline For Right Whale Strike Reduction Rule

NOAA has extended the deadline for comments on a proposed rule meant to reduce ship strikes on the endangered North Atlantic right whale.

‘No Limit’ Movie Inspired By Audrey Mestre Now Streaming On Netflix

"No Limit" ("Sous Emprise"), a French movie inspired by the life of the late freediver Audrey Mestre, is now streaming on Netflix.

Scientists Are Probing The Deep Waters Around The Maldives

The Nekton Maldives Mission set sail on September 4th to undertake the first systematic survey and sampling of the ocean surrounding the Maldives from the surface to 1000 meters/3,281 feet below sea level.

Aggressor, Aqualung Sweepstakes: Win a LEG3ND Regulator!

Aqualung and Aggressor Adventures have partnered up to give away a LEG3ND MBS regulator in a sweepstakes.

USA Women’s Spearfishing Team Starts Crowdfunding Campaign to Pay For Trip To 2023 World Championships

The USA Women's Spearfishing Team have begun a crowdfunding campaign to compete in the 2023 CMAS World Spearfishing Championships.

New Commemorative Aloha Shirt Celebrates 50th Anniversary of US National Marine Sanctuary System

A commemorative Aloha shirt in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the National Marine Sanctuary System is now available for purchase.

Huish Outdoors Unveils New Oceanic+ Smart Housing For iPhone

The folks at Huish Outdoors have introduced a new waterproof housing for iPhones.

OZTek 2022 Announces Live Streaming, On Demand Option

Organizers of this year’s OZTek Dive Conference in Australia have announced a live streaming and video on demand option for those who can’t attend in person.

NOAA: More Measures Are Needed To Reduce Right Whale Entanglements in Fishing Lines

NOAA has formally announced that more risk-reduction measures are needed to reduce endangered Atlantic Right Whale entanglements in gillnets and lobster or crab pot lines.

Oceana Appoints Hugo Tagholm as Head of UK Campaigns

Ocean advocacy organization Oceana has appointed Hugo Tagholm as Executive Director of its newly expanded policy campaigns in the United Kingdom.

Humpback Whales Can Transmit Their Songs Across The Entire South Pacific

Scientists have discovered that humpback whales can transmit their songs throughout the whole of the South Pacific Ocean.

French Polynesia Looks To Ban Seabed Mining

French Polynesia is looking to ban seabed mining in its waters.

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